America's Fleet Service vs Northside Autosports Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of America's Fleet Service vs Northside Autosports including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
America's Fleet Service Franchise
Northside Autosports Franchise
Investment $90,000$50,000
Franchise Fee $12,500$35,000
Royalty Fee 8%-
Advertising Fee -$250/Month
Year Founded 19922001
Year Franchised 20042009
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Term Of Agreement 20 years-
Renewal Fee 20% of then-current fee-


Business Experience Requirements
 
America's Fleet Service Franchise
Northside Autosports Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Mechanical skills
    		• Needs to have some background in sales/marketing and they need to be an automotive enthusiast.

    Financing Options
     
    America's Fleet Service Franchise
    Northside Autosports Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/No-/Yes
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    America's Fleet Service Franchise
    Northside Autosports Franchise
    Training -Upfront training program, 24/7 online training and operating procedure archive access, social media marketing, event management, lead generation programs, supplier management/development programs, etc, etc.
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    America's Fleet Service Franchise
    Northside Autosports Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About America's Fleet Service

    We offer comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) program and minor repairs/corrective maintenance. Our recommended standard preventive maintenance (PM) service has been developed using industry standards, manufacturer specifications and recommendations, and years of experience. This the routine maintenance and inspection program. We can also custom the PM to match your companies requirements or program. In our free consultation we generally discuss PM frequency recommendations based on how you use your fleet and its age and condition, driving patterns, and even environmental conditions. We service light trucks (pickups and vans) through class 8 vehicles including: Tractor and trailers Light, Medium, and Heavy Trucks Refrigeration units Off-road and construction equipment and vehicles Diesel, gas, and propane engines Cranes, lifts, booms, Redi-mix, utility, chippers, pony and auxiliary equipment Light trucks, vans, box trucks, pickups and other vehicles

    About Northside Autosports

    Founded in 2002 in Georgetown, Ontario, Northside Autosports has grown to become Canada's #1 automotive accessory, detailing/car care, wheels/tires, car audio/security & performance parts chain of shops.
    Northside Autosports is the fastest growing aftermarket auto chain for a reason! This is not so much a "pitch line" as a statement of fact. We have one of the lower over all investments in the automotive category, largest supply chain in Canada, very aggressive branding strategies and our company is always growing (not just in stores but also in concept, supply, marketing programs and training). We are quickly becoming the market leader in all industry segments we are in and continue to grow through a foundation of honest relationship building with; franchise partners, supply partners, training affiliates, marketing affiliates and contractors. Retail , Bulk & Business To Business Sales Concept Full business management & technical training courses (with affiliate graduate study options) Financing assistance (OAC) Largest supply chain in Canada Aggressive and cost effective marketing fund program Complete floor plan design Complete Equipment/Fixture/Display/Inventory package One of the most aggressive automotive brands in Canada One of the lowest total investments in the automotive industry 15 years in the industry Area development and Master Franchise available Speak to Graham at [email protected] for re-sale info.